TN-5425: Networking with Windows Server 2016

Course Overview:

Course two of a three course series to obtain a Server 2016 MCSA certification. This 5-day course provides the fundamental networking skills required to deploy and support Windows Server 2016 in most organizations. It covers IP fundamentals, remote access technologies, and more advanced content including Software Defined Networking.

The course leads directly to preparing for the(MCSA):Windows Server 2016 exam “70-741: Installation, Storage, and Compute with Windows Server 2016”. It also maps to Microsoft’s course 20741A, and is part of the Server 2016 MCSA certification.

Attendees to TN-5425: Networking with Window Server 2016 will receive TechNow approved course materials and expert instruction.

Dates/Locations:

No Events

Duration: 5 Days

Course Objectives:

Plan and implement an IPv4 network
Implement Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)
Implement IPv6
Implement Domain Name System (DNS)
Implement and manage IP address management (IPAM)
Plan for remote access
Implement DirectAccess
Implement virtual private networks (VPNs)
Implement networking for branch offices
Configure advanced networking features
Implement Software Defined Networking

Prerequisites:

A basic understanding of networking fundamentals
Experience working with Windows Server 2008 or Windows Server 2012
Experience working in a Windows Server infrastructure enterprise environment
Knowledge of the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model
Understanding of core networking topologies and architectures such as local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs) and wireless networking
Basic knowledge of the TCP/IP protocol stack, addressing and name resolution
Experience with and knowledge of Hyper-V and virtualization
Hands-on experience working with the Windows client operating systems such as Windows 8.1 or Windows 10

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VM-315: VMware Infrastructure: Install, Configure, and Manage

Course Overview:

This course explores the VMware Infrastructure, which consists of VMware ESX Server & VMware Virtual Center Server. We will look at both the design environments and operational processes of the VMware Infrastructure. This course provides IT architects with the insight needed to tackle tough issues in server virtualization such as virtual machine technologies, storage infrastructure, and designing clustered environments. Extensive hands-on labs provide for a rich student experience.

Attendees to VM-315: VMware Infrastructure: Install, Configure, and Manage will receive TechNow approved course materials and expert instruction.

Dates/Locations:

Date/Time	Event
12/15/2025 - 12/19/2025 08:00 -16:00	VM-315: VMware Infrastructure: Install, Configure, and Manage TechNow, Inc, San Antonio TX
03/16/2026 - 03/20/2026 08:00 -16:00	VM-315: VMware Infrastructure: Install, Configure, and Manage TechNow, Inc, San Antonio TX
06/22/2026 - 06/26/2026 08:00 -16:00	VM-315: VMware Infrastructure: Install, Configure, and Manage TechNow, Inc, San Antonio TX
09/28/2026 - 10/02/2026 08:00 -16:00	VM-315: VMware Infrastructure: Install, Configure, and Manage TechNow, Inc, San Antonio TX

Duration: 5 Days

Course Objectives:

Virtual Infrastructure Overview
ESX and ESXi Server Installation
Configuration of Networking, Scalability and Security
Storage
Install and Configure vCenter Server and Components
Creation, Deployment, Management, and Migration of Virtual Machines
Utilize vCenter Server for Resource Management
Utilize vCenter Server for Virtual Machine Access Control and User Managment
Use vCenter Server to increase scalability
Monitoring Your Environment
Data & Availability Protection Troubleshooting
Use VMware vCenter Update Manager to apply ESXi patches
Use vCenter Server to manage vMotion, HA, DRS and data protection.

Prerequisites:

To ensure your success, system administration experience on Microsoft or Linux operating systems is required.

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CT-205: A+ Certification Course

Course Overview:

CT-205: A+ Certification Course provides students with the skills, knowledge and understanding that will enable them to install, configure, upgrade, troubleshoot and repair personal computer systems. The A+ curriculum is excellent preparation for almost any computer related career or position. This course lays the foundation for further study in networking and programming. Designed for the new computer professional who has support knowledge of PC hardware, but needs to expand upon that knowledge.

Attendees to CT-205: A+ Certification Course will receive TechNow approved course materials and expert instruction.

Dates/Locations:

Date/Time	Event
01/26/2026 - 01/30/2026 08:00 -16:00	CT-205: A+ Certification Course TechNow, Inc, San Antonio TX
04/20/2026 - 04/24/2026 08:00 -16:00	CT-205: A+ Certification Course TechNow, Inc, San Antonio TX
07/20/2026 - 07/24/2026 08:00 -16:00	CT-205: A+ Certification Course TechNow, Inc, San Antonio TX
10/26/2026 - 10/30/2026 08:00 -16:00	CT-205: A+ Certification Course TechNow, Inc, San Antonio TX

Duration: 5 Days

Course Objectives:

Identifying, Adding & Removing System Components
Installation, Configuring & System Optimization
Diagnosing & Troubleshooting Problems
Power Protection & Safety Procedures
Motherboards, Processors & Memory
Printers
Basic Networking
Operating System Fundamentals
Installation, Configuration & Upgrade
Diagnosing & Troubleshooting
Networks

Prerequisites:

None

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DP-201: Designing an Azure Data Solution

Course Overview:

In this course, the students will design various data platform technologies into solutions that are in line with business and technical requirements. This can include on-premises, cloud, and hybrid data scenarios which incorporate relational, NoSQL, or Data Warehouse data. They will also learn how to design process architectures using a range of technologies for both streaming and batch data. The students will also explore how to design data security, including data access, data policies, and standards. They will also design Azure data solutions, which includes the optimization, availability, and disaster recovery of big data, batch processing, and streaming data solutions.

TechNow has worked worldwide enterprise infrastructures for over 20 years and has developed demos and labs to exemplify the techniques required to demonstrate cloud technologies and to effectively manage security in the cloud environment.

Attendees to DP-201: Designing an Azure Data Solution will receive TechNow approved course materials and expert instruction.

Date/Locations:

No Events

Course Duration: 3 days

Course Outline:

Data Platform Architecture Considerations
Azure Batch Processing Reference Architectures
Azure Real-Time Reference Architectures
Data Platform Security Design Considerations
Designing for Resiliency and Scale
Design for Efficiency and Operations

Prerequisites :

- - In addition to their professional experience, students who take this training should have technical knowledge equivalent to the following courses:
  - AZ-900: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals
  - DP-200: Implementing an Azure Data Solution

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N-315: Cisco Secure Virtual Private Networks

Course Overview:

This course is designed for students who intend to work with virtual private networks (VPNs) using IPSec. The course includes detailed coverage of the VPN 3000 Concentrator, a scalable remote access platform that offers encryption, high availability, and superior performance. This class is an invaluable theory and configuration guide for the VPN 3000 series of products, with its thorough coverage of concentrators, hardware clients, and software clients.

Attendees to N-315: Cisco Secure Virtual Private Networks will receive TechNow approved course materials and expert instruction.

Dates/Locations:

No Events

Duration: 5 days

Course Objectives:

Network Security & Virtual Private Network Technologies Cisco VPN 3000 Concentrator Series Hardware Overview
Routing on the VPN 3000
Configuring the Cisco VPN 3000 for Remote Access Using Pre-shared Keys
Configuring the Cisco VPN 3000 for Remote Access Using Digital Certificates
The Cisco VPN Client Firewall Feature
Configuring the Cisco 3002 Hardware Client for Remote Access
Configuring the Cisco 3002 Hardware Client for User & Unit Authentication
Configuring Cisco VPN Clients for Backup Server, Load Balancing & Reverse Route Injection
Configuring the Cisco 3000 Concentrator for IPSec over TCP & UDP
Configuring LAN-to-LAN VPNs on the Cisco 3000
Network Monitoring & Administration Troubleshooting

Prerequisites:

Students who attend this advanced course must have experience in configuring Cisco IOS software
CCNA certification
Basic knowledge of the Windows operations system
Familiarity with the networking & security terms & concepts

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